Cornyn Praises Pres. Trump’s Approval of International Bridge Project in Laredo

Green Corridors’ Permit Approval Comes After Cornyn’s Letter of Support

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) today praised President Trump’s approval of Green Corridors’ permit application to construct and operate the Green Corridors International Bridge facility, an intelligent transportation systems (ITS) commercial international crossing between Laredo, Texas, and Colombia, Nuevo Leon, Mexico, that will increase the freight capacity through the Port of Laredo:

“I am glad President Trump has approved the construction of the Green Corridors International Bridge facility, which will enhance efficiency and security at the Port of Laredo, our nation’s top port of entry for international trade,” said Sen. Cornyn. “I look forward to seeing the improvements this project will help accomplish and thank the Trump administration for prioritizing this application, which I was proud to support.”

Background:

In April, Sen. Cornyn sent a letter to President Trump expressing his strong support for Green Corridors’ application for a presidential permit to construct and operate the Green Corridors International Bridge facility.

The Senator’s letter can be found here. In addition, Sen. Cornyn continues to advocate for the expansion of the Colombia Solidarity International Bridge in Laredo.

Senator John Cornyn, a Republican from Texas, is a member of the Senate Finance, Judiciary, Intelligence, Foreign Relations, and Budget Committees.